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Outside the Disney Bubble
In 2026, Dolly Parton Is Taking Her Tennessee Magic Across the Country
Dolly Parton is having quite a year! The latest announcement from America's country music sweetheart suggests her ambitions extend well beyond the Smoky Mountains. A Coffee Brand Born From a Classic Song On Thursday, Parton took to Instagram to announce Cup of Ambition, her new signature coffee brand developed in partnership with Communit
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Universal Studios
‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Transformers’ Attractions Cause Trouble at Universal, Losing Park Millions
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has been one of Universal’s biggest success stories. Since opening in Florida in 2010, the land has pulled in huge crowds, reshaped theme parks, and set a new standard for immersive experiences. Replicas in Hollywood and Japan have proven just as popular, drawing millions of fans eager to step into J.K.
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Disney Springs
Disney Springs Area Overhaul Confirmed for 2027
The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop at Disney Springs is about to undergo its most significant transformation in nearly three decades, and a newly filed construction permit confirms the project is officially moving forward. A Permit Points Toward a New Sign On Thursday, a construction permit was filed for The Ghirardelli Soda F
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Walt Disney World
Update: Emergency Crews Respond After Disney World Bus Crash
A busy afternoon at Walt Disney World Resort was interrupted by a traffic incident near one of its four theme parks. The resort's road network handles thousands of vehicles every day, carrying guests, cast members, and service vehicles between hotels, parking areas, and attractions. On Thursday, one section of that network became the site
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Disneyland Park
California Government Orders Disneyland To Shut Down Opening-Day Ride by 2027
A legal deadline uncovered through a public records request has confirmed what some Disneyland Resort fans have thought for a long time: Autopia is operating on borrowed time. The Closure Order Hidden in Plain Sight Climate journalist and X user @Sammy_Roth surfaced the news on the platform formerly known as Twitter after obtaining govern
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Disney Parks
Behind Closed Doors: DeSantis’ Disney Oversight Board Imposes Media Blackout, Hiding Key Votes From Public View
When Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dissolved the historic Reedy Creek Improvement District in 2023, the cornerstone of his political messaging was public accountability. The hand-picked board of supervisors overseeing the newly minted Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) was repeatedly positioned as a refreshing upgrade to s
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News
The Original Vision for EPCOT’s World Showcase Is Fading Away
Few areas in Walt Disney World have changed as dramatically over the past decade as EPCOT's World Showcase. On the surface, much of it looks the same. The pavilions remain in place. The architecture is still impressive. Guests can still travel from Mexico to Canada in a single afternoon. Yet many longtime fans argue that the experience it
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News
Everything We Know About a Potential Avengers Campus at Disney World
For Marvel fans, one of the biggest mysteries surrounding Walt Disney World isn't what Disney is building next. It's what Disney still hasn't built. Despite Marvel becoming one of the most successful entertainment brands on the planet, Walt Disney World remains without a dedicated Marvel-themed land. Guests can experience Guardians of the
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Disney World Guests Are Finding Pluto and Goofy in an Unexpected New Spot
Ask longtime Disney fans about their favorite vacation memories, and many won't immediately mention a ride. Instead, they'll talk about meeting Mickey Mouse for the first time, getting a funny reaction from Goofy, or watching a child's face light up when Pluto walked around the corner. Character interactions remain a major part of the Wal
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Disneyland Park
Disney Trading Pins Get an Overhaul, Effective From Now On
Star Wars Disney Trading Pins are getting a fresh new look at Disneyland Resort. New Backing Cards Spotted on Main Street, U.S.A. WDWNT reported on June 11 that a new set of Star Wars trading pins with redesigned cardboard backing cards had appeared at the 20th Century Music Company Shop on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park. The upd
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